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The Austrian Ride – A Cycling Trip That Has It All (56 km, 781 m elevation)
An international circuit for the more demanding. Ride along the Schwarzenberg Canal, cross the border into Austria under Hochficht, and return by ferry across Lipno.
A short but varied route connecting small Bohemian Forest villages, a historic church, beautiful ponds, a long descent on the Šumavská 33 and a return along the Lipno shoreline via Windy Point back to Hůrka. An ideal loop for cyclists who enjoy a mix of forests, views, water and good food.
To Světlík and the Pond Loop (38 km · 357 m elevation)
Route description
The route starts directly at the Apartmány Nad rybníky in Hůrka. From here, you head through Žlábek and Malý Lípno towards Světlík.
In Světlík, we recommend two stops:
- Church of St. James – the village’s main landmark
- Hospoda U Antoníčka – a well‑known local restaurant (map)
After Světlík, continue along the green St. James Trail. Shortly after the village, you pass a group of ponds created on former peatlands. Peaceful dams, water and forest — a perfect place for a short break. The surrounding wetlands are also home to protected waterbird species, so with a bit of luck you may spot something special.
Continue on the green trail to Liščí vrch, where you turn right onto the Šumavská 33 cycle route. A long, pleasant forest descent awaits you.
At the bottom, turn left and follow the forest path until you reach the cycle route 1022, which leads you back to the Lipno shoreline.
From here, ride along the water past the well‑known Windy Point beach and continue to Hůrka — directly to our Fish Restaurant, where you can end your ride in style.
Highlights along the route
- Church of St. James in Světlík – beautiful historic architecture
- Hospoda U Antoníčka – a great place for a break
- Ponds near Světlík – former peatlands, now a peaceful water landscape
- Šumavská 33 – long, flowing forest descent
- Windy Point – one of the most famous beaches on Lipno
- Fish Restaurant Hůrka – perfect finish to the route
Route to Světlík – map
📍After your ride
After returning to Hůrka, you can relax at our family‑friendly accommodation at Lipno. Enjoy the peaceful garden, the saltwater pool and excellent facilities for cyclists. Explore our activities, other cycling routes and trips, or stop by our Fish Restaurant for fresh local fish.
Book your stay while availability lasts.
We look forward to seeing you!
